Hello, friend!

I’m Jana, that’s me at 18 with my grandma, fresh out of Air Force medic training and headed to England for my first duty station. That season challenged me and gave me a strength I still carry today.

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    After the Air Force…

    By then, I was married to Larry and off to college, chasing my love for pottery all the way to a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics and Printmaking. Funny enough, I never took a photography class, but that creative foundation shaped me in all the best ways.

    Next came motherhood. This season took longer to get to than I wanted, and the waiting stretched me. But when it did, it changed my heart, my perspective, and the work I do today.

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    My Favorite Drinks

    My morning Americano with half-n-half and a spicy Chai latte.

    My People

    My husband, 3 daughters, family and close friends.

    What’s Relaxing

    a good rom-com book, a chilly morning walk and cuddling with my dog, Toby.

    My Crew

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    My girls
    A triptych piece of wall art of 3 sisters being silly.
    Sister bond
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    Larry, my love and biggest fan

    Family of 5 being silly in their pajamas with their dog looking at them
    My crazy crew (with our dog wondering what’s happening

    The heart behind what I do.

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    My sister and I are adopted.

    The earliest photo I have is this one from my adoption file. I often wonder if my girls looked like me as babies, but there’s no way to know.

    That missing piece is why I believe so deeply in what I do. Your portraits matter. Not just for now, but for your kids- and their kids someday too.

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    3 girls in swimsuits under an umbrella of water having fun

    It took years to become a mom.

    When I finally had my first daughter, I knew I wanted to not only celebrate the milestones, but also our day-to-day life.

    I homeschooled my girls and soaked up all the everyday magic: messy art projects, park days, reading marathons, and those wild, beautiful milestones that sneak up on you.

    That season shaped me, both as a mom and as a photographer. I learned to spot the beauty in the ordinary, to celebrate the big and ordinary moments. And now I get to do that for your family.

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    Sarah S. says~

    “She welcomed our busy, energetic family and just melded in with whatever was going on. And it was fun and full of kindness.”

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    • If you’re dreaming of a laid-back session filled with giggles, snuggles, and moments that feel like home, I’d be honored to help tell your story.

    Let’s celebrate your beautiful, magical family!

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